John Thune actually said...

"In the past few years, there has been an increased number of impact aid school districts that have contacted me for assistance."

"In rural areas of the country, we are not anticipating we are going to see any high-speed rail anytime soon."

"I, frankly, do not think that if you get west of Boston or east of San Francisco that you are going to see much transit investment."

"I hope that you consult with Administrator Jackson about that approach and having Congress come to some solution."